Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 89 reviews of Sony Handycam HDR-XR100. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and size. The image quality and portability are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the viewfinder and durability, while there are some mixed opinions about the price.

usability, portability, image quality, size, design

durability, viewfinder

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 56 user reviews of Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the design and size. The image quality and usability are also appreciated. Views are divided on the price. The durability and viewfinder get negative comments.

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

While it's a perfectly serviceable HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 should deliver a little more of everything for the money.

Relatively fast start-up ; Comfortable design

So-so video quality for HD ; Annoying touchscreen and interface

If you're looking to spend about AU$1500 on an HD camcorder, there are a few decent alternatives, like the Panasonic HDC-HS20 or JVC GZ-HD320, you might want to consider before shelling out for the just alright Sony Handycam HDR-XR100. If you can...

Sony HDR-XR100 Handycam

Sony's entry-level HD video camera makes good in its promise of high definition footage but lacked some key features I thought should have been included. Let me share some of the footage and shots I got with the Sony HDR-XR100 Handycam.

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

Really,really,really disappointed in this camorder. I purchased it and found that it performed terrible indoors, depsite trying all settings. The colours were ordinary. I returned it for something else.

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

I disagree there are better models such as the GZ-HD300. I compared the two in a store and the JVC picture looked better for around the same price.It has better specs too such as a larger CMOS sensor and the JVC offers more zoom at a higher bit rate of...

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

I saw one on the weekend in a store and wasn't that impressed. I guess I expected more for a HD camcorder.I found the colours to look inaccurate and the image a little pale. This was indoors ofcourse, perhaps it will look different outdoors. I guess we...

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

My brother purchased one and the image I found looked a little washed out. Especially the colours. Indoors it performed very average with some noise. However outdoors it wasn't too bad. The colours on it improved.I liked the grip and feel of it.

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This camcorder has an awesome picture and is very easy to use. The menu options are great. The battery life is much better than expected.The only con's are this camcorder does not work well in low light. There is no built in light, and the software...